The Historic Central Savings Bank (New York, York: apartments, home, floors)

[Aeran]

I love the detailing of that clock on the bldg's exterior. Beautiful.
I've passed by this bldg frequently but have never seen it's interior.
Will check it out the next time I'm in the area.

https://ilovetheupperwestside.com/th...-savings-bank/

f you climb out of the 72nd Street subway station and head north, you’ll find yourself face-to-face with the Central Savings Bank building, now home to Apple Bank.

Built in 1929, the building is impressive from the outside, with massive limestone blocks providing an imposing contrast to the ornate Ansonia across the street. But if you have a moment, push through the iron doors to take in the beautiful interior. Inside, the 65-foot ceiling and the quiet, expansive room create an atmosphere similar to both Grand Central Terminal and a cathedral.

A surprisingly large amount of both the interior and exterior is unchanged from its opening day in 1929. In 2006, the bank executives’ offices above the main hall were converted into 29 apartments throughout the top four floors. Otherwise, the Central Savings Bank on 73rd Street remains as much a testament to old-world New York business as any of its more well-known colleagues on Wall Street.

[Cida]

First, I love any bank that still retains some sense of dignity in its décor and architecture. Reminds me of my childhood, I guess. I remember how offensive it was when one bank started instituting casual kiosks that offered zero privacy.

Second, I'll put in a good word for Apple. I've had accounts at a few of the big-name banks like Chase and Bank of America and Wells Fargo, and I think they're all awful - high fees and bad customer service. I much prefer Apple.